John R. Manning

The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John R. Manning, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Bois-de-Bantheville, France, November 1, 1918. Disregarding injuries in the face, head, and wrist, Private Manning continued on duty as gunner throughout the action until he was relieved and ordered to an aid station by his platoon commander thereby affording an inspiring example of courage to his comrades.